SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) – With the chance for winter weather this week, some local school systems are cancelling school or moving to remote-learning.
At this time, the WTOC First Alert Weather team has made Monday through Thursday First Alert Weather Days.
The Beaufort County School District will have an eLearning day on Wednesday. All after school activities are canceled Tuesday and Wednesday.
A decision about school on Thursday will be made by 2 p.m. on Wednesday.
According to Bryan County Schools, schools will release one hour early on Tuesday, January 21st. This comes after potential winter weather is expected to impact Bryan County.
All sporting events, afterschool activities, and community education classes are also canceled on Tuesday
Bryan County School said they will make a decision about school on Wednesday by 2:00 p.m. Tuesday afternoon.
Bulloch Academy will be open Tuesday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. All after-school activities, including daycare, are canceled. School will be closed Wednesday.
Bulloch County Schools said they are monitoring the forecast. They will make a final decision by 5 p.m. on Monday, January 20, regarding any necessary changes to the school schedule for Tuesday and the rest of the week.
In a social media post, the Effingham County School District said they will be working closely with Effingham County EMA Monday to monitor weather conditions. They said they will notify parents, staff, and students by 3:00 p.m. Monday regarding school operations on Tuesday.
As of Sunday evening, the Effingham County School District says that they will plan to have school on Tuesday.
They announced for parents, students, and staff to be prepared for the possibility of a modified school day, see the modified schedule below:
- 11:20 AM and 12:15 PM Dismissal: Effingham College & Career Academy/ STEM
- 11:25 AM Dismissal: South Effingham Elementary
- 11:30 AM Dismissal: Blandford Elementary
- 11:35 AM Dismissal: Marlow Elementary, Rincon Elementary, Sand Hill Elementary
- 12:00 PM Dismissal: enCompass Academy
- 12:10 PM Dismissal: Springfield Elementary
- 12:15 PM Dismissal: Ebenezer Elementary, Guyton Elementary, Crossroads Academy
- 12:40 PM Dismissal: Ebenezer Middle, Effingham County Middle, Effingham County High
- 12:50 PM Dismissal: South Effingham Middle, South Effingham High
Monday, Georgia Southern announced that they will be moving to remote operations for all campuses on Tuesday and Wednesday this week. Employees who are able should work remotely during these dates. Georgia Southern officials said faculty and staff should work with their supervisors. Classes will be online Tuesday and Wednesday, Georgia Southern University officials said students should check Folio for updates. All in-person events will be canceled while the university is under remote operations.
In a social media post, Jeff Davis County schools said Sunday they met with EMA officials to look at incoming weather and potential conditions. Jeff Davis County Schools said they will reconvene Monday to make a final decision regarding schooling for the week once a more precise schedule and forecast is received. School officials said they will notify staff with updates via email and share information with the community through Facebook and a call-out system.
Liberty County Schools announced that they will be open for half-day instruction on Tuesday and they will hold virtual learning on Wednesday and Thursday. All school trips, after-school activities, and events will be canceled Jan. 21 through Jan. 23. See below, Liberty County School release times for Tuesday, Jan. 21st:
- Pre-K at 11:00 a.m.
- Elementary at 11:30 a.m.
- High School at 12:45 p.m.
- Middle School at 1:15 p.m.
The Liberty County School System said they will continue to monitor the weather in the area and will provide updates on school status for Friday.
According to the Long County School System, due to the forecast for potential unsafe conditions, Long County Schools will be closed for students and staff on Tuesday and Wednesday this week.
All athletic activities and practices are also cancelled on these dates.
The Long County School System said additional announcements will be made Wednesday concerning plans to return to normal operations.
Long County Schools will also be closed Monday in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System said they will switch to remote-learning Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday this week due to increased risk for winter precipitation.
SCCPSS said that facilities and district systems will be inspected Thursday afternoon to check functionality for a return to in-person school on Friday.
SCCPSS said that an operational update will be provided no later than 4:00 p.m. Thursday regarding operations on Friday.
While students learn from home, SCCPSS said they will work on asynchronous activities available in online platforms like Brightspace or with print-based assignments.
You can also monitor the SCCPSS website for more information.
According to the Toombs County School System, after monitoring incoming weather conditions they have announced that all schools will dismiss early on Tuesday, Jan. 21 to allow buses to be off the roads ahead of incoming weather.Toombs County Schools announced they will be closed to students and staff on Wednesday, Jan. 22.All extracurricular activities and events will be cancelled Tuesday and Wednesday.The Toombs County School System said that they will resume all normal school schedules and activities Thursday, Jan. 23. Urban Christian Academy will be closed Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
All Wayne County Schools will be closed for students and staff on Tuesday, January 21st and Wednesday, January 22nd.
All after-school activities for those days will also be canceled.
WCHS Basketball Homecoming, originally scheduled for Tuesday night, has been postponed. The Football Banquet, scheduled for Thursday night, has been postponed as well. Both events will be rescheduled.
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As winter weather approaches, many school systems are making changes to their schedules to ensure the safety of students and staff. With the possibility of snow, ice, and freezing temperatures, schools are taking preemptive measures to avoid any disruptions to learning.
Some schools are opting to delay the start of the school day, giving road crews more time to clear roads and ensure safe travel for buses and parents. Others are considering early dismissals to avoid students being on the roads during the worst of the weather. Some school systems are even transitioning to virtual learning for the day, allowing students to continue their education from the safety and comfort of their homes.
It’s important for families to stay informed about any schedule changes that may occur due to winter weather. Checking school websites, social media, and local news outlets for updates is crucial in staying informed and prepared.
By being proactive and making adjustments to schedules ahead of potential winter weather, school systems are prioritizing the safety and well-being of their students and staff. Stay tuned for any updates and be prepared for possible changes in your school’s schedule as winter weather approaches.
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